Episode
A Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America
31:08
Published: Thu Dec 22 2022
Description
A few weeks ago, when President Pedro Castillo of Peru attempted an illegal power grab and ended up in jail, the response was unexpected: Thousands of protesters took to the streets to support him, and some died.Why does such a divisive leader have such fierce backing? And what does the upheaval in Peru tell us about the way the political winds are blowing in South America?Guest: Julie Turkewitz, the Andes bureau chief for The New York Times.Background reading: What is going on in Peru and why are people protesting? Here’s what to know.Days after Mr. Castillo’s removal from office and arrest, thousands of his supporters have joined protests demanding his reinstatement. To them, he is the voice of the marginalized.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.
Chapters
Peru is facing a political crisis that is a significant threat to its democracy, with people protesting across the country after the president attempted an illegal power grab and was subsequently arrested and jailed.
00:00 - 01:26 (01:26)
Summary
Peru is facing a political crisis that is a significant threat to its democracy, with people protesting across the country after the president attempted an illegal power grab and was subsequently arrested and jailed.
EpisodeA Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America
PodcastThe Daily
Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo failed to deliver on his promises of overhauling the political and economic system, and is now facing corruption charges.
01:26 - 06:36 (05:10)
Summary
Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo failed to deliver on his promises of overhauling the political and economic system, and is now facing corruption charges. Thousands of Peruvians are calling for his release while he remains detained in a detention center.
EpisodeA Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America
PodcastThe Daily
The podcast discusses the different ways coups and protests take place in Latin America, from a self-coup orchestrated by the president to violent attacks against infrastructure, and how they can lead to a change in leadership.
06:36 - 12:41 (06:05)
Summary
The podcast discusses the different ways coups and protests take place in Latin America, from a self-coup orchestrated by the president to violent attacks against infrastructure, and how they can lead to a change in leadership.
EpisodeA Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America
PodcastThe Daily
Rising demand and prices for Peru's natural resources have helped sustain the country's economy even amidst political instability and corruption.
12:41 - 17:28 (04:47)
Summary
Rising demand and prices for Peru's natural resources have helped sustain the country's economy even amidst political instability and corruption.
EpisodeA Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America
PodcastThe Daily
Many people in Peru and other parts of South and Latin America have informal jobs with no formal contract or guarantees of continued work.
17:28 - 26:02 (08:34)
Summary
Many people in Peru and other parts of South and Latin America have informal jobs with no formal contract or guarantees of continued work. This means the small amount of wealth they may have built up can easily be wiped out in a single day, exposing the fragility of their economic toehold on the middle class.
EpisodeA Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America
PodcastThe Daily
President Biden held a meeting with the Ukrainian President and announced new aid including a cutting-edge American air defense system to protect against Russian attacks.
26:02 - 31:00 (04:57)
Summary
President Biden held a meeting with the Ukrainian President and announced new aid including a cutting-edge American air defense system to protect against Russian attacks.